Food Service Assistant, Sullivan - (SY 2025-2026)
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Job Title: Food Service Assistant, Sullivan - (SY 2025-2026) and Requisition ID number: 103851
Close Date: 11:59 PM on 12/01/2025
Organizational Unit: CWS, Site Group 2 (10001113)
Site: Sullivan (0193)
FTE: .8750 or 7 hours daily; 41 wks; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time
Union: Food Service(27)
Functional Area: Food Service
Salary Range: $19.87 AFDSV2 Step3 - $22.12 AFDSV2 Step7
Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan
A resume and cover letter are mandatory to apply for any position.
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The work hours are 6:30 AM - 2 PM.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, completes a variety of tasks in the Food Service Department (FSD) Nutrition Center or MPS school kitchen; prepares and serves food, cleans work areas and equipment, operates a cash register/service terminal, and prepares and transports bulk food and supplies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Assists the Food Service Department (FSD) staff with basic food preparation, proper food storage, and maintaining the cleanliness of the food service, dining, and storage areas.
- Performs work within the scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards; duties will vary according to job assignment.
- Cleans and maintains orderly, safe, and sanitary conditions in the FSD facility; cleans dishes, kitchen utensils, and equipment; cleans tables, chairs, floors, and surfaces.
- Receives, transports, and stores food according to sanitary handling standards; scoops bulk foods into containers, makes and wraps food portions, packages food orders.
- Prepares the dining area for meal time; prepares and serves meals as directed.
- Counts products received and shipped; verifies that the quantity, quality, and type of products match the daily summaries and work orders; provides accurate and timely numbers for production and inventory.
- Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
- Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records, and MPS information.
- Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as-needed basis
- At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish the requirements of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; some food handling experience is preferred.
Knowledge of:
- Safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage.
- Personal sanitation and hygiene regulations.
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